Estimator

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Car allowance or company car

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension

Life assurance

Professional development

Job summary

Randstad CPE is representing a Tier 1 contractor in Southampton seeking an experienced Estimator to join the Work Winning team, leading competitive tenders from first principles. The role emphasizes collaboration with bid managers, designers and supply chain partners to deliver robust tenders, with a focus on value engineering, risk management and a smooth handover to delivery.

The company offers a supportive environment that values work-life balance, Investors in People Platinum status, and

Qualifications

• Proven track record as an estimator within a main contractor environment (Tier 1 or Tier 2).
• Degree educated or HND/HNC in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Proficient in estimating software such as Conquest or Causeway.

Responsibilities

• First-Principle Estimating: Manage and prepare tenders from first principles, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.
• Bid Leadership: Coordinate input from the wider team, including procurement, engineering and commercial departments.
• Supply Chain Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with subcontractors to secure best rates and innovative solutions.
• Risk & Opportunity: Identify, assess and manage project risks while highlighting value-engineering opportunities.
• Handovers: Deliver tender handovers to project delivery teams for a seamless transition from won to built.

Skills

Estimator experience

First-principles estimating

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or HND/HNC in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Conquest

Causeway

Job description

Location: Southampton

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Sector: Construction & Infrastructure |

Employer Status: Investors in People Platinum

The Opportunity

Are you a precision-driven Estimator looking to join a Tier 1 contractor that actually values your work-life balance?

Wea re working with an industry leading business who's team is a hub of innovation, delivering high-profile public and private sector projects across the South. They are looking for an experienced

Estimator to join the "Work Winning" team, taking a lead role in preparing robust, competitive tenders from first principles.

The Role

As an Estimator, you will be the backbone of the commercial strategy. You won't just be "crunching numbers"-you'll be a key collaborator, working closely with bid managers, designers, and supply chain partners to create winning solutions.

Your Key Responsibilities

• First-Principle Estimating: Manage and prepare tenders from first principles, ensuring accuracy and competitiveness.
• Bid Leadership: Coordinate and challenge input from the wider team, including procurement, engineering, and commercial departments.
• Supply Chain Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors to secure the best market rates and innovative solutions.
• Risk & Opportunity: Identify, assess, and manage project risks while highlighting value-engineering opportunities.
• Handovers: Deliver comprehensive tender handovers to the project delivery teams to ensure a seamless transition from "won" to "built."

About You

We are looking for someone who is technically sharp but also a great communicator.

Experience: Proven track record as an Estimator within a main contractor environment (Tier 1 or Tier 2).

Knowledge: Strong understanding of first-principles estimating and a solid grasp of modern construction techniques and H&S requirements.

Qualifications: Degree educated (preferred) or HND/HNC in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline.

Tech Savvy: Proficient in industry-standard estimating software (e.g., Conquest or Causeway).

Why This Role?

They are an

Investors in People Platinum employer, meaning they put people at the absolute heart of what they do and is a supportive, flexible, and professional environment.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Salary: Plus car allowance or company car scheme.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements and a generous
• 26 days holiday (plus bank holidays), with the option to buy 5 more.
• Health & Future: Private medical insurance, an enhanced contributory pension (up to 6% match), and life assurance (4x salary).
• Family First: Market-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave.
• Professional Growth: they pay for one professional membership per year and offer structured support for RICS/CIOB chartership.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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